Definition of Land

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How do we use the land?

Landscape diversity is a product of the land’s many aspects. Like a puzzle, a landscape is a mosaic of countless features that mean something different to everyone. Canadians use, measure, manage and develop land. It is where we move, live and build.

How would each of the following people use the land?

• A geologist:

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• An agrologist:

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• A tourist:

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• A politician:

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• Demographers and sociologists:

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• Foresters and farmers:

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Classifying Types of Land Cover Using Satellite Imagery

• There are 9 different types of land cover shown on the Atlas of Canada Poster-map.
• The online map uses 31 classifications and is much more specific.
• Each type of land cover can be identified by its unique spectral signature. A spectral signature refers to the distinct appearance of each land cover class as seen by the satellite. This means that each type of land cover reflects a specific wavelength of light and this unique signature is identified by a specific colour on the map. A general colour guide to identify land cover classes is shown below.

What types of land cover are associated with the colours below?

• Green and dark brown:

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• Pink and red:

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• Light greenish yellow to beige:

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• Medium brown:

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• Bluish and grey:

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• Purple:

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• Yellow/orange to reddish:

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• White:

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• Bright green:

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